Stars - Preventative HHA

CenterWell•Goldsboro, NC

About The Position

The Preventive Care Home Health Aide makes preventive care more accessible through patient-centered, low-acuity visits in patients’ homes throughout an assigned service area. Visits include preventive services intended to support earlier detection, improved disease control, and reduced complications. The aide performs basic diagnostic checks, manages collected samples, documents care and communications, follows infection-control principles, and helps maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. This is a patient-facing role covered by Humana’s TB screening program and Driver Safety Program. Selected candidates must undergo TB screening and have a valid state driver’s license and proof of personal vehicle liability insurance with minimum limits of 100,000/300,000/100,000. The schedule is 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Basic Life Support certification.
CPR certification.
Current state license or registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant, as required by state.
Proof of personal vehicle liability insurance with at least 100,000/300,000/100,000 limits.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong clinical background.
Strong engagement and ability to be a team player.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Passion for contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences.
Must be screened for tuberculosis if selected for the patient-facing role.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of primary care medicine requirements, which vary by state.
Working knowledge of clinical operations.
Three to five years of experience in telephone triage.
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience.
Previous RN or Medical Assistant experience.
Ability to type accurately at 25–30 words per minute.

Responsibilities

Travel to patients’ homes throughout the assigned service area.
Provide patient-centered, low-acuity in-home visits focused on preventive care services.
Ensure collected samples are properly labeled and delivered to the appropriate lab.
Measure temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
Document care provided to support continuity of care.
Document interactions with patients, caregivers, doctors, and other staff members legibly and thoroughly.
Practice acceptable infection-control principles.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.